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Why Was the Penny Discontinued?

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Due to supply, pennies of this year were supposed to be steel or war pennies. Value: In average condition, this would be worth about $60,000 and as much as $85,000 in mint condition. This year and mintage (Denver) is considered a key date and is the most valuable of the non-error Wheat pennies.

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James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

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James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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